The iPhone 17 has been a major hit, helping Apple reach a 25% market-share in China and dominate well-known Chinese brands like Oppo, Huawei, Honor, and more.
According to a Counterpoint Research report, one in four smartphones sold in China in October was an iPhone. It’s the first time since 2022 that Apple has achieved the milestone, but this time Apple is facing stronger competition in the premium segment. The iPhone 17 series was the main driving force behind the surge in iPhone sales in the country, with each of the new models reportedly outperforming its iPhone 16 predecessor by mid-to-high double-digit percentages. The figures are estimates, as only Apple can provide exact figures. Still, the data Counterpoint Research compiled confirms what has been evident since mid-September: The new iPhones are a big success for Apple worldwide, with three models having been sold out for weeks.
Counterpoint Research found that the iPhone 17 series accounted for about 80% of Apple’s iPhone sales in China. Apple sold 37% more iPhone units than last year. Also, the report says Apple’s performance lifted China’s smartphone market by 8%.
